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Aztec

In your search for the Idol you clamber through ancient ruins, evading traps and monsters while searching chests for some rare but much needed items to help you in your quest.

31 December 1982

Aztec is a platform developed by Datamost, released 31 December 1982 on Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX and FM-7.

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What Aztec is

Aztec is a platform game developed by Datamost and released in 1982. It was published by Comptiq. It is available on Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX, FM-7, PC-8800 Series and Sharp X1.

The premise, in the publisher's words

The timeless legends speak of the fabulous Golden Idol hidden within the mysterious pyramid. And you have discovered the temple. But beware! A powerful curse hangs heavy in the musty air. And the ancients have left behind a fiendish collection of traps and guardians. As you unravel the secret pathways to the priceless idol you will meet poisonous cobras, giant lizards, hostile Aztec guards... and have to solve ways past trap doors, and death rooms while uncovering hidden weapons and special aids that can help you on your quest.
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How it plays

It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are action. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.

What it launched against

Aztec launched on 31 December 1982, within three weeks of Trashman, King Kong, Evolution and Xevious.

Released around the same time: Trashman, King Kong, Evolution, Xevious.

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When did Aztec come out?
Aztec was released on 31 December 1982 for Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX, FM-7, PC-8800 Series and Sharp X1.

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